Sr. Continuous Improvement Specialist (APSYS) - North America

Req ID:487134 

Department: NAM SERVICES - Business Excellence
Reports To: APSYS Regional Leader
Location: CANADA or USA
Employment Type: Full-Time

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Could you be the full-time Sr. Continuous Improvement Specialist (APSYS) - North America in Canada or US we’re looking for? 

Your future role 

 Take on a new challenge and apply your APSYS and continuous improvement expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative and forward-thinking teammates. You'll drive operational excellence and foster a culture of continuous improvement across multiple sites. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (site leaders, regional function leaders, and the central APSYS team), lead Kaizen activities, and much more.

Job summary:We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled APSYS Performance Coordinator to join our team within the Business Excellence Team. This position will be key in ensuring APSYS deliverables are met consistently across our sites. The coordinator will work with site leaders, regional function leaders, and the central APSYS team to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

We’ll look to you for:

1. Coordination with Site Leaders:
   • Regularly interact with local site leaders to ensure APSYS deliverables are on track and aligned with organizational goals.
   • Facilitate communication and collaboration between sites to share best practices and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
2. Assessment and Monitoring:
   • Conduct regular APSYS assessments to evaluate site performance and adherence to APSYS standards.
   • Review and provide feedback on site action plans to ensure they address identified gaps and align with overall APSYS strategy.
3. Collaboration with Regional and Central Teams:
   • Collaborate with regional function leaders to ensure APSYS initiatives are integrated with regional objectives.
   • Maintain open communication with the central APSYS team to stay updated on any changes in standards or processes and implement these changes at the site level.
4. Leading Kaizen Activities:
   • Initiate and lead Kaizen activities aimed at fostering continuous improvement and operational excellence across all sites.
   • Organize and facilitate workshops to educate and engage teams in continuous improvement methodologies and practices.
5. Continuous Improvement Workshops:
   • Plan, lead, and coordinate continuous improvement workshops tailored to specific site needs and challenges.
   • Ensure workshops are interactive and result-oriented, promoting skill development and practical implementation of APSYS principles.
6. Reporting and Documentation:
   • Compile and analyze data from site assessments and action plans to report on APSYS performance metrics to the APSYS Regional Leader.
   • Document improvements, challenges, and success stories to share with stakeholders and for future reference.
7. Best Practice Sharing:
   • Create platforms or forums for sharing best practices and lessons learned across sites.
   • Encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing amongst different functional leaders and site teams.
8. Digital Transformation:
   • Coordinate and collaborate with cross functional teams in digital transformation projects aiming to support the daily execution of business activities.
   • Participate in the standardization of digital solutions, and their integration across the sites.

All about you 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Engineering, or related fields.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar role or within continuous improvement, operational excellence, or project management.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of APSYS standards and guidelines.
• Proven experience in conducting assessments, leading workshops, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with site leaders and regional function teams.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to review and interpret data to make informed decisions.
• Strong project management skills and ability to coordinate activities across multiple sites.
• Ability to adapt to changes and drive process improvements in a dynamic environment.
• Proficient knowledge of analytical tools (Power BI, Power Apps, Excel,  .. ) and common MMS
  (GSI, Maximo, ...) and other ERPs used in the region.
• Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
  
  

Work Environment:

• This role may require travel to various sites within the NAM region to conduct assessments and lead workshops.
• Collaborative working environment with a focus on continuous learning and improvement.

Things you’ll enjoy
Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:

• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues,
• Progress towards becoming a key contributor in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence across multiple sites
• Utilise our innovative and supportive working environment,
• Contribute to innovative projects,
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning

You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63  countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.

Job Type:​Experienced​